Conor McGregor responds to Floyd Mayweather's claim that his success is due to racial bias Earlier this week, boxing legend Floyd Mayweather singled out the UFC’s Conor McGregor, saying his braggadocio behavior and subsequent successes are a product of racism. Mayweather claimed that during his time as an elite athlete, he was often criticized in the media for his loud, abrasive persona, … [Read more...]
Poor weather forces cancellation of men’s giant slalom (The Associated Press)
Poor weather forces cancellation of men's giant slalom (The Associated Press) Fog and rain forced the cancellation of Switzerland's classic Alpine World Cup giant slalom on Saturday. Organizers at Adelboden - which featured in the first week of World Cup racing 50 seasons ago - said skiers' safety would be risked by racing on a poor snow surface. ''The legs of the racers are the highest … [Read more...]
LIVE: Zidane helps Arsenal for Benzema?
LIVE: Zidane helps Arsenal for Benzema? 10:39 AM GMT The winter window opened on Jan. 2, and, as always, Transfer Talk has its finger on the pulse when it comes to all the latest rumours and gossip. See all the latest deals here. TOP STORY: Madrid changes 'boost Arsenal's Benzema hopes' Is the latest changing of the Real Madrid managerial guard going to be good news for Arsenal? It might well be, … [Read more...]
Russell (ankle) exits again; Lakers eye Sunday
Russell (ankle) exits again; Lakers eye Sunday 3:32 AM ET print LOS ANGELES -- Lakers rookie point guard D'Angelo Russell attempted to play on a sprained right ankle in Friday's 117-113 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, but he left the game in the first half because of the injury. "He gave it a go, which I was proud of him for doing that," Lakers coach Byron Scott said. "He tried to … [Read more...]
Lorenzo Bonam’s clutch plays rescue Utah from 0-3 start in Pac-12
Lorenzo Bonam's clutch plays rescue Utah from 0-3 start in Pac-12 You could see the Colorado Buffaloes kicking themselves mentally Friday night while Utah players and coaches were patting Lorenzo Bonam on the back. Colorado's offense faltered - make that disappeared - in the final six minutes opening the door for Bonam to lead the Utes to a come-from-behind 56-54 win and avoid an 0-3 start … [Read more...]
Kobe misses late, Lakers come up just short again vs. Thunder
Kobe misses late, Lakers come up just short again vs. Thunder Who knew the Los Angeles Lakers could be so fun? One day after erasing a 27-point deficit against the Sacramento Kings before falling just short of a win, the 8-29 Lakers hosted the Oklahoma City Thunder at Staples Center and played the team with the NBA's fourth-best record about as well as could reasonably be expected of a group … [Read more...]
NHL Three Stars: Johansen scores in Preds debut; Ducks best Blues in shoot-out
NHL Three Stars: Johansen scores in Preds debut; Ducks best Blues in shoot-out No. 1 Star: Ryan Kesler, Anaheim Ducks Kesler was a beast for the Ducks, scoring two goals and racking up a fight with Vladimir Tarasenko after leveling Jori Lehtera: this is why Tarasenko was mad pic.twitter.com/iRpsYux6jx— Stephanie (@myregularface) January 9, 2016 No. 2 Star: Victor Hedman, Tampa Bay Lightning … [Read more...]
Curry’s amazing alley-oop highlights Warriors blowout of Blazers
Curry's amazing alley-oop highlights Warriors blowout of Blazers The Golden State Warriors took control of their Friday night game at the Portland Trail Blazers well before the final few minutes of the third quarter. A 38-point first quarter helped stake the visitors a 74-52 lead that saw the NBA's best offense playing near its peak. Portland made a run to start the second half that cut the … [Read more...]
Saturday Dose: Dose: A Night Made for Revenge
Saturday Dose: Dose: A Night Made for Revenge “Another one.” Say it with me in your best DJ Khaled voice. Draymond Green now has eight 3x2 games before the season reaches the halfway point, and he’s silenced anyone who doubted his superstar credentials after receiving a max deal. On a night where there were revenge games around the NBA, Green, Klay Thompson and Stephen Curry showed why they serve … [Read more...]
NFL Picks Against the Spread 2016: Wild Card Playoff Games – Bleeding Green Nation
NFL Picks Against the Spread 2016: Wild Card Playoff Games - Bleeding Green Nation Scott Cunningham/Getty Images Here are my suggestions when trying to beat the odds. Before the first round of the 2016 NFL playoff schedule kicks off, I thought we'd have some fun by looking at the spreads for this week's round of Wild Card games. Here are my suggestions when trying to beat the odds. You can find … [Read more...]